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Which of the following drugs can reverse the effects of alpha-2 agonists in horses?
Which of the following drugs can reverse the effects of alpha-2 agonists in horses?
- Atropine
- Yohimbine (correct)
- Ketamine
- Lidocaine
What effect does dobutamine have on cardiac function?
What effect does dobutamine have on cardiac function?
- Causes vasodilation
- Decreases cardiac contractility
- Increases heart rate
- Increases cardiac contractility (correct)
Which drug is contraindicated in patients with congestive heart failure?
Which drug is contraindicated in patients with congestive heart failure?
- Diazepam
- Butorphanol tartrate (correct)
- Etomidate
- Midazolam
Why is dexmedetomidine contraindicated in cardiac patients?
Why is dexmedetomidine contraindicated in cardiac patients?
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Which class of drugs are generally considered safe in cardiac patients?
Which class of drugs are generally considered safe in cardiac patients?
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What makes etomidate a useful alternative to propofol in cardiac patients?
What makes etomidate a useful alternative to propofol in cardiac patients?
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Which drug is NOT recommended for induction of anesthesia in chelonians (turtles)?
Which drug is NOT recommended for induction of anesthesia in chelonians (turtles)?
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What potential adverse effects can dexmedetomidine have in cardiac patients?
What potential adverse effects can dexmedetomidine have in cardiac patients?
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Which drug class does dexmedetomidine belong to?
Which drug class does dexmedetomidine belong to?
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What does dexmedetomidine primarily induce in patients with congestive heart failure?
What does dexmedetomidine primarily induce in patients with congestive heart failure?
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